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| A monthly eNewsletter on leveraged finance | September 2011 |
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Reducing Business Risk with Leasing |
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Equipment Finance Industry Perspective |
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Done Deals |
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Capital Comic |
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Indices Watch |
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CapitaLens Archive |
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The financial crisis and economic downturn have caused corporate America to become keenly aware of risk and develop a new appreciation for cash. Many companies are conserving cash to hedge a still uncertain economic climate. In this environment, it’s worth taking a close look at equipment leasing, which offers compelling cash management and risk benefits over ownership—advantages that are too often overlooked.
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Putting Assets to Work For Your Business
Business owners have felt the squeeze of volatile credit markets and may have put off critical projects and growth plans. But some may not be aware of a thriving source that can benefit asset-rich companies. Learn more about the fundamental benefits of asset-based loans.
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Administrative Agent • $90 Million • Asset-Based Credit Facility
GE Capital, Corporate Finance is administrative agent for a $90 million asset-based credit facility for Caraustar Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of recycled and converted paperboard products. The loan will be used to refinance debt and support working capital needs. GE Capital Markets served as lead arranger and bookrunner.
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Co-Syndication Agent • $600 Million • Cash-Flow Credit Facility
GE Capital, Corporate Finance is co-syndication agent on a $600 million cash flow-based revolving credit facility for MasTec, Inc., a leading infrastructure construction company. The financing will be used for growth and general corporate purposes. GE Capital Markets served as joint lead arranger and book manager.
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Asset-Based Lenders See Increased Demand Secured lenders saw an uptick in new credit commitments and line utilization according to the latest Commercial Finance Association quarterly survey. Learn more |
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Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Falls Continuing concern with global economic conditions has dampened confidence in the equipment finance market according to this research. Learn more |
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CFO Optimism Wanes as Economic Concerns Return Findings from this survey of CFOs indicate more apprehension about the soundness of capital investments and the economic recovery. Learn more |
| Contact: Jeff Wilson, Marketing Communications Leader GE Capital - (800) 326-6342 - jeffrey.wilson@ge.com Find financing now at www.gecapital.com/americas |
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